The same delegations noted, however, that peacekeeping could not be a substitute for permanent solutions, nor could it resolve the underlying causes of conflicts, but that its utility lies rather in its use as a temporary measure, which contributes to the cessation of hostilities, lessens the possibility of escalation of conflict and provides a conducive atmosphere in which to pursue an end to conflicts through peaceful means.
Las mismas delegaciones señalaron, no obstante, que las operaciones de mantenimiento de la paz no eran un sustituto de las soluciones permanentes ni podían resolver las causas subyacentes de los conflictos, sino que su utilidad consistía en ser una medida temporaria que contribuía a la cesación de hostilidades, disminuía las posibilidades de escalada del conflicto y proporcionaba una atmósfera conducente a resolver los conflictos por medios pacíficos.